Job Description

Posted 3 weeks ago

Job Title: QA Engineer (Embedded Software)
Location: On-site lab-based role (option to work from home on Friday, or work longer days Monday-Thursday and take Friday off!
Salary Expectations: £38,000 – £55,000

Overview:
Are you a passionate QA Engineer who wants to go beyond traditional software testing and build deep expertise in embedded systems, hardware, and IoT?
This is a very hands-on role working in the lab, testing real-world devices across Green Tech, Health Tech and many more! You’ll be working across software and hardware, contributing to development work, and learning highly sought-after niche skills in EV and green technology.
They're happy to train the right person – curiosity, problem-solving, and a genuine interest in QA matter more than ticking every box.

What You’ll Be Doing:
Testing embedded software running on physical devices 
Hands-on hardware testing in the lab using real equipment, using tools such as oscilloscopes and other diagnostic equipment
Writing and modifying configuration files and loading them onto devices
Writing small pieces of code/scripts to support testing and development
Testing device communication with APIs, databases, and cloud platforms
Verifying wireless communications and device connectivity
Ensuring devices work reliably in real-world environments
Collaborating with developers to investigate issues end-to-end
Contributing to development work where appropriate — this role has great potential to grow as the organisation does!You won’t just be clicking through test cases – you’ll be understanding how the system works from device to cloud.
They're not expecting a unicorn — they're looking for potential.

Essential skills/experience:

Strong interest in QA and testing as a craft
Understanding of software and hardware fundamentals
Basic understanding of hardware or embedded systems (academic or practical)
Curiosity about how things work under the hood
Willingness to work hands-on in a lab environment
A mindset of learning, experimentation, and problem-solvingNice to Have:
Experience with embedded software or IoT systems
Exposure to hardware testing or electronics
Using oscilloscopes or similar tools
Understanding of APIs, cloud services, or databases
Knowledge of wireless communications
Any scripting or coding experience
Interest in EV, green tech, or energy systemsWhy This Role Is Different?
Most QA roles focus on manual or automated software testing
This role focuses on real physical devices, embedded code, and cloud integration
You’ll gain rare, high-value skills that are hard to find in the market
You’ll be helping test and improve products that contribute to green technology and EV infrastructureLearning & Growth
Significant opportunity to upskill in embedded systems, IoT, and hardware
Exposure to APIs, databases, cloud platforms, and device firmware
Learn from experienced engineers who have built the code running in our EV chargers
A chance to grow into a highly specialised QA Engineer roleWorking Pattern:
Lab-based role 
Flexible working options:

Work from home on Fridays or
Monday–Thursday longer hours for a shorter working week, with a Friday off!Who This Role Is Perfect For:
A QA Engineer who wants to move beyond standard testing
Someone early in their career with the right mindset
A tester who loves tinkering, learning, and understanding systems end-to-end
Someone excited by niche technology, hardware, and real-world impact